Tanzania · Safari

1-Day Ngorongoro Crater Safari from Arusha with Big Five Game Drive

1 Day Round trip from Ngorongoro Crater Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover the spectacular wildlife and landscapes of the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater
  • 02 Experience an exciting full-day game drive in search of the Big Five
  • 03 Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views and excellent wildlife photography opportunities
  • 04 Travel in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional safari guide

Enjoy an unforgettable day tour to Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's most remarkable wildlife destinations. Descend into the crater for an exciting game drive as you look for lions, elephants, wildebeests, buffaloes, hippos, hyenas, leopards, Maasai ostriches, Kori bustards, numerous bird species, and the rare black rhino amid breathtaking natural scenery. With panoramic views from the crater rim, a picnic lunch inside the crater, and travel in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional safari guide, this experience offers a memorable safari from Arusha.

Explore the Ngorongoro Crater during an exciting game drive through one of Africa's most remarkable wildlife destinations.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Languages English, French, German, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Full-Day Ngorongoro Crater Safari from Arusha

  • Begin your adventure early in the morning at approximately 6:30 AM with hotel pick-up in Arusha and transfer to the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.
  • Stop at the crater viewpoint to admire breathtaking panoramic views before descending to the crater floor for an unforgettable safari experience.
  • Explore the Ngorongoro Crater during an exciting game drive through one of Africa's most remarkable wildlife destinations.
  • Spot lions, elephants, wildebeests, buffaloes, hippos, hyenas, and the rare black rhino within this extraordinary natural sanctuary.
  • Keep watch for elusive leopards, Maasai ostriches, Kori bustards, and numerous bird species across the crater landscapes.
  • Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch at a scenic location inside the crater surrounded by spectacular views and wildlife.
  • Ascend the crater walls in the afternoon and return to Arusha for drop-off at your preferred location.
Ngorongoro Crater, crater viewpoint, crater floor, Arusha

Where this trip takes you

Ngorongoro Crater, crater viewpoint, crater floor, Arusha

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Ngorongoro Crater 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick-up and drop-off at any point in Arusha
  • Professional, experienced safari guide
  • Unlimited drinking water
  • Park entry fees
  • Lunch box
  • 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for game drives

What's Not Included

  • Local and international flight tickets
  • Visa fees
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Travel insurance
  • Tipping

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour start
Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Ngorongoro Crater.

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